Shane Collins (field hockey)

Shane Elizabeth Collins (born July 25, 1963 in Ranfurly, New Zealand) is a former field hockey player from New Zealand, who finished in eight position with the National Women's Field Hockey Team, nicknamed "The Black Sticks", at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona. After an illustrious career in the police, Shane Collins is now undertaking ground breaking research in the field of sport policy although despite being an Olympian she is considered too old to play a role in IOC policy development. Shane is still an elite sportswoman but has switched from hockey to marathon running in more recent years. Recent achievements include representing New Zealand in the Portuguese half marathon. After several successful half marathons Shane has now turned her attention to triathlon. Although in the early stages of training Shane is anticipating competing on the international stage in early March next year. Her aggressive swimming technique and strong running style are anticipated to provide her with an excellent platform for development in this new event and it is hoped she will be a strong contender for the 2012 Olympics in the triathlon.